Denmark 7 Day Itinerary

7-Day Itinerary for Exploring Denmark

(Please note that this itinerary assumes you start in Copenhagen. Adjust travel times if starting from a different location.)

Day 1: Copenhagen

  • Morning: Visit the iconic Little Mermaid Statue, Nyhavn Harbor, and Amalienborg Palace.
  • Afternoon: Explore The National Museum of Denmark and Tivoli Gardens.
  • Evening: Stroll around Freetown Christiania and enjoy local cuisine.

Things to Know:

  • Danish currency is the Danish krone (DKK). Credit cards are widely accepted.
  • English is widely spoken, but learning a few Danish phrases will be appreciated.
  • Denmark has a high standard of living, reflected in prices, so budget accordingly.

Day 2: Copenhagen

  • Morning: Explore the colorful streets of Nørrebro, visit Assistens Kirkegård (cemetery), and Refshaleøen for street food and harbor views.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Carlsberg Brewery Museum or the Design Museum Danmark.
  • Evening: Take a boat tour along Copenhagen’s canals.

Day 3: Roskilde (Day Trip)

  • Morning: Visit Roskilde Cathedral and the Viking Ship Museum.
  • Afternoon: Explore the town, enjoy local food, or visit the Museum of Modern Art.
  • Evening: Return to Copenhagen.

Things to Know:

  • The easiest way to reach Roskilde is by train from Copenhagen’s Central Station.

Day 4: Elsinore (Helsingør)

  • Morning: Visit Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
  • Afternoon: Explore the town, visit Marienlyst Palace and the Museum of East Denmark.
  • Evening: Return to Copenhagen.

Things to Know:

  • You can reach Elsinore by train or bus from Copenhagen.

Day 5: Aarhus

  • Morning: Take a train to Aarhus and visit the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum and Den Gamle By (The Old Town).
  • Afternoon: Explore the city, visit the Moesgaard Museum or Marselisborg Palace.
  • Evening: Enjoy local cuisine and return to Copenhagen.

Things to Know:

  • Trains run regularly between Copenhagen and Aarhus.

Day 6: Odense (Day Trip)

  • Morning: Visit Odense Cathedral, Hans Christian Andersen’s Boyhood Home, and Egeskov Castle.
  • Afternoon: Explore the town or visit Funen Art Museum.
  • Evening: Return to Copenhagen.

Things to Know:

  • You can reach Odense by train from Copenhagen.

Day 7: Falsterbo (Day Trip)

  • Morning: Take a ferry to Falsterbo, Sweden and visit the Falsterbo Church and Falsterbo Kustmuseum.
  • Afternoon: Enjoy the beach or explore the surrounding area.
  • Evening: Return to Copenhagen.

Visa Requirements:

  • Citizens of most Western countries can enter Denmark without a visa for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. Always check the latest requirements at your local Danish embassy or consulate.

Transportation:

  • Denmark has an excellent public transportation system, including trains, buses, and metros. Taxis are also available but can be expensive. Bicycles are a popular mode of transport in cities, and rentals are readily available.